Jordan McGuire, 14

Jordan McGuire of Grapeview died on April 14th, 2009 from a motor vehicle accident on his way to school. He was born July 24th, 1994 in Tacoma to Mike and Kathi McGuire.

Jordan attended elementary school at Grapeview and currently was a freshman at North Mason High School. Jordan had the gift of having a quick wit sense of humor and a big smile. Jordan was admired for his skills as a talented drummer and extraordinary guitarist. Jordan was also blessed to have a close family that enjoyed many activities together which included day trips, playing games, helping in the community and many others. He was known as a best friend to many in the closely knit community.

Jordan is survived by his parents Mike and Kathi McGuire, his siblings Sean, Josh, Shannon, and Anna, who is like a daughter to Mike and Kathi, and her son Caleb; by his grandparents Patrick and Carol McGuire and Grandmother Mary Ellen (Neuhaus) Garig, along with numerous aunts, uncles and cousins who will miss Jordan and keep him alive in memory.

He is preceded in death by his grandfather Walter Neuhaus and baby cousin, Sarah.

The family will be celebrating Jordan's life on Sunday May 3, 2009 at 2 p.m. at the North Mason High School gym.